| Test Name: |
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HIV-1 p24 Ag
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| Test Code(s): |
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HIVAG / HCHIVAG
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| CPT Code(s): |
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87390
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| Testing Site: |
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Testing will be sent to an approved reference laboratory.
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Specimen Requirements
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| Specimen: |
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Blood
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| Collection Container: |
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Preferred: Red top
Also Acceptable:
Lavender top,
Light blue top (3.2% NaCitrate),
Red cap with yellow ring (SST),
Yellow top(with ACD-A/B anticoagulant)
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| Collection Volume: |
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Preferred: 4 mL
Pediatrics: 2 mL
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| Sample Analyzed: |
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Serum or plasma
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| Volume Required: |
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Preferred: 2 mL
Pediatrics: 1 mL
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| Specimen Transport: |
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Transport specimen to UWHC Core Laboratory (B4/220).
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| Stability: |
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Ambient: 7 days
Refrigerated: 14 days
Frozen: 30 days
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Interpretation
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Report provides interpretation.
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| Additional Information: |
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Neutralization confirmation is added for an additional charge when result is reactive.
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